Dear sir: On behalf of The Arthritis Society, I would like to express my gratitude to the dedicated men and women of the Knights of Columbus, The Bluebird Club, and the Lions Club for their unwavering support during our door-to-door canvass. My sincere thank you goes out to all the […]
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The Borderland Thunder have the right ingredients heading into their first set of home games this weekend–a 4-1-1 record, a taste of first place in the young Superior International Junior Hockey League, and a team that’s starting to come together. “It’ll be big. We’ve got a lot of fan support […]
District farmers stressed the need to address public concerns with the industry during a meeting with an Agricultural Odyssey Group rep Friday evening in Stratton. The ag industry and the public have to strengthen their relationship according to several farmers as about 15 people gathered at Our Lady of the […]
A committee of about a dozen people presented the first part of a massive plan to “Re-invent Fort Frances” to town council Tuesday night. The plan, which includes an enhanced entranceway on this side of the border, expansive parking areas, parks, decor, and building relocations, was put together and presented […]
I’ve had a dream for more than half-a-century. The dream of living in a wooded area, maybe in a log cabin. Living close to the earth with a big garden and apple trees, with huge logs burning in the fireplace when the winter storms come. I always envisioned my woodland […]
By Harry Vandetti
Just Passing By
Just Passing By
Hallucinations, anyone? Well after the past week, it seems as if I have a few to share! Prominent in my memorable week away, for instance, were these elements: tall buildings, airplanes, a noise like a machine gun, and war news on every hand. I can’t say I confronted any Arabs […]
Reuben Villagracia
A Reuben With a View
A Reuben With a View
I would like to preface things with some non-sports material. I know, I know. I’m overstepping my boundaries. But bear with me. I’ll think of a lead-in soon enough. Firstly, if you ever get a chance, take a nice road trip by yourself. All you really need is a heavy-caffeine […]
Milt Guba
This Week In Emo
This Week In Emo
A unique dinner theatre production is coming to Barwick on Oct. 23, complete with a portable professional theatre set and travelling kitchen. The play, “An Ancient Splendor,” is making its way across Canada to promote the work of Wycliffe Bible Translators. This one-of-a-kind event will take place at the Barwick […]
Michael “Mike” Burghardt, 79, of 808 Sixth St. E., Fort Frances, Ont., passed away peacefully at his residence on Monday, Oct. 8, 2001. He was born April 16, 1922 in Stanis Lowa, Poland to the late Anthony “Tony” and Kathrina Burghardt. Michael moved with his family to Lintlaw, Sask., in […]
In loving memory of Lynda Dale Coulson, 54, of Dryden, Ont., who passed away peacefully at the Dryden Regional Health Centre on Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2001 with her family by her side. Lynda was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister who enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and her […]
Stephen Noel Golder, a resident of Pinecrest Home in Kenora, Ont., passed away Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2001 in his 92nd year. He was predeceased by his mother, Bertha C. Golder. Noel is lovingly remembered by his wife of 62 years, Selma (nee Lundin); brothers-in-law, Hilding (Verna) Lundin, Stanley (Isabel) Lundin, […]
Mary Ellen Jourdain, 81, of Rainycrest Home for Aged, 550 Osborne St., Fort Frances, Ont., passed away at her residence Friday, Oct. 5, 2001. She was born March 27, 1920 at Basswood Lake, Mn. Mary Ellen had worked at Campbell’s Cabins for 30 years. She was a hard worker and […]
